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Marketing of Events
Marketing of Events
INTRODUCTION
some way.
EVENTS AS SERVICES
Heterogeneity
Perishability
EVENTS AS SERVICES
Intangibility
Tangible items – customer knows what they are getting
Intangible events – rely on expectation
Place a strong focus on people and organisational image
Can reduce perceived risk and add value
The people involved can make a difference
Use physical evidence
Photos, websites, merchandise
Use personal sources of information
People source information from friends – encourage this.
THE CHALLENGES OF EVENT MARKETING
Situation analysis
Developing an understanding of customer needs
Identifying opportunities for meeting those needs
Identifying market opportunities
5 C analysis
Company
Competitors
Customers
Collaborators
Climate
THE PROCESS OF EVENT MARKETING